ADB–Japan MBA Scholarship 2026 at Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), Pakistan

Omran Aburayya
Sep 28
3 min read

If you’re an ambitious graduate seeking a fully funded opportunity to pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in South Asia, here’s your chance—the ADB–Japan Scholarship Programme (ADB-JSP) at LUMS is now accepting applications for the 2026 intake. This prestigious scholarship offers outstanding students from ADB borrowing member countries a life-changing opportunity to study at one of Pakistan’s leading universities while developing the leadership and management skills needed to transform their home countries. Here's everything you need to know.

🎓 Scholarship Summary

Location: Lahore, Pakistan
Host Institution: Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)
Study Level: Master’s in Business Administration (MBA)
Target Group: Nationals of ADB borrowing member countries committed to contributing to their country’s development
Award Value & Coverage:
- Full tuition fees
- Monthly subsistence allowance (including housing)
- Books and instructional materials
- Medical insurance
- Round-trip travel expenses
- Additional thesis preparation or special course grants (if applicable)
Award Duration: 2 years (full MBA programme)
Application Deadlines:
- Round 1: 27 February 2026
- Round 2: 13 April 2026
Intake/Start Date: August 2026
Eligible To: Citizens of ADB borrowing member countries (See list below)

📌 Scholarship Overview

The ADB–Japan Scholarship Programme at LUMS is designed for highly talented students who wish to pursue an MBA degree with the goal of returning to their home country to contribute to development. The MBA at LUMS is one of the most prestigious programmes in Pakistan, combining case-based learning, leadership training, and real-world problem-solving.

The scholarship provides full financial coverage to ensure scholars can fully immerse themselves in the academic and professional experiences at LUMS without financial burden.

🎁 Scholarship Benefits

Full tuition coverage for the 2-year MBA programme
Monthly stipend for living expenses and housing
Medical insurance during the study period
Travel allowance for round-trip airfare to and from Pakistan
Book and materials allowance
Special support for thesis writing or preparatory language/computer courses (where necessary)

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the ADB–Japan Scholarship at LUMS, applicants must:

Be a citizen of an ADB borrowing member country (including Pakistan, Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, and more).
Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with strong academic results.
Have at least two years of professional work experience after graduation.
Be 35 years old or younger at the time of application (exceptions may apply for senior officials).
Be proficient in English (minimum TOEFL/IELTS/other equivalent test scores).
Demonstrate financial need (family income ≤ USD 50,000/year; individual income ≤ USD 25,000/year).
Not be currently enrolled in another graduate programme or working/studying abroad.
Commit to return to their home country upon graduation to contribute to development.

🌎 Eligible Borrowing Countries

Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Kiribati, Kyrgyz Republic, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Maldives, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nauru, Nepal, Niue, Pakistan, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Tajikistan, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vietnam

📝 Application Procedure

Applicants must apply to the MBA programme at LUMS and simultaneously indicate their interest in being considered for the ADB–Japan Scholarship.

🗂️ Required Documents:

Completed ADB–JSP Information Sheet
LUMS MBA application form
Certified academic transcripts and degree certificates
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Proof of employment and work experience (minimum 2 years)
Proof of family and individual income (tax returns, salary slips, or certification of income)
Valid English proficiency test results (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, etc.)
Statement of Purpose or research/professional development plan
Letters of recommendation